The HyperDoc Handbook

Study Guide
In the foreword, high school senior, Jordan Moldenhauer, writes an open letter to
teachers right before she graduates from high school. We shared her letter because
students are the reason we do this work. HyperDoc creators are lesson designers.
Without student input, how will we know what instructional practices are making an
impact on their learning. If given the opportunity to share, what might your students
say? Use the prompts below to reflect on the impact of student voice on lesson design.

★ Re-read Jordan’s letter. In the book or

on a copy of the digital version of the
forward, highlight or underline the
“Learning is an
phrases that resonate with you. Jot a exploration of the topics
note in the margin explaining your that I have a passion for,
am curious about, or
thinking. Why did you choose the line? haven’t heard of yet.”
What kind of feelings come up for you
when you read the phrase? -Jordan Moldenhauer,
12th grade
★ Think back to when you were a student.
What do you remember? What
strategies worked for you as a learner?
★ What are some ways that you can
connect with students and ask them
about what works for them? What might
your students say they remember about
your class?

Foreword
Why We Need to Change How We Learn
HyperDocs are described as the ultimate change agent in education. Lisa, Kelly, and
Sarah each share their “AHA” moment stories about when they realized the impact of
HyperDocs. As you read this section of the book, think about the way that technology
integration has had an impact on student learning in your classroom. What kind of
impact did it have? How did the learning change? Do you have your own “AHA” moment?
What is it? Share your story with a colleague or jot it down in a reflection notebook.

5 REASONS WHY HYPERDOCS ARE

CHANGING EDUCATION
1. All the steps of a lesson plan or unit are packaged in one place and in the
hands of students while teachers deliver instruction from the HyperDoc.
2. Students apply critical thinking skills through carefully crafted
opportunities to create, collaborate, connect, and communicate.
3. Before teaching content, students explore resources to activate prior
knowledge, build curiosity, and generate new ideas.
4. Accessibility tools for variable learners are embedded within a lesson for
universal design.
5. The HyperDoc is easily updated to meet classroom and school initiatives,
as well as, to be sure to share the most culturally responsible resources.

HyperDocs
The Ultimate Change Agent
Chapter one describes transformative instruction. First, new methods of delivering
instruction from a HyperDoc are explained. Next, HyperDocs are described as solutions
to meet all students needs. Finally, we learn that HyperDocs are for all educators. As
you read this chapter, respond to the questions below by jotting down notes in a
reflection journal or hosting a discussion with a colleague. Be sure to capture your
thinking as it will help you with applying the steps described in chapter two and three.

Think of your classroom and your students. How will delivering instruction using
HyperDocs transform the PEDAGOGY described below?

Personalized Instruction, Flexible Grouping, Collaboration, Project Based Learning,

Inquiry Method, Blended Learning, Innovative Learning Spaces, Distance Learning

HyperDocs have the potential to MEET ALL STUDENTS NEEDS. Name a chrome
extension, tool, add on, or website that might fit the individual needs of these
student subgroups.

General Ed Students, Resource Specialist, English Language Learners, Gifted and

Talented Education, 504 Plans

What is your ROLE IN EDUCATION? How do you plan to use HyperDocs? Who
might you collaborate with when designing your HyperDocs? When you think of
your site, who might you want to introduce to HyperDocs?

Chapter One
Transformative Instruction

HyperDoc
Chapter two explains the five steps to create a HyperDoc. Before creating, first reflect on
where you are on the learning progression of a HyperDoc creator. Based on where
you are in your HyperDoc journey, get inspired as you explore mentor HyperDocs.
Ready to create? Click on the printable template from the image below. Draft the ideas
for creating your first HyperDoc!

Click on the template for a printable

copy of the 5 steps to create. Click
here for a Google Doc version of
the template.

Chapter Two
How to Create

HyperDoc
It’s time to build your own HyperDoc! This section of the book is meant to be a place for
you to get ideas for each section of the HyperDoc lesson design template. For quick
access to all the HyperDocs shared in this chapter, read the chapter 3 eBook shared
below. As the web tools change and evolve over time, learn the steps to the pedagogy
shared in this chapter to fully understand the HyperDoc lesson design.

Click here for a printable Click here for an eBook

template of the with direct links to the
HyperDoc lesson design. resources in chapter 3.

Chapter Three
Build Your Own

HyperDoc
It is time for you to take off on your own HyperDoc designer adventure! Remember to
join the community in the best way that works for you. The HyperDoc community can be
accessed through Twitter @tsgivets, on Facebook in the “HyperDocs” group, and on
Instagram @teachersgiveteachers. To learn more about delivering instruction with
HyperDocs, check out the HyperDoc Academy Courses. And of course, search and
share HyperDocs at www.teachersgiveteachers.net.

Chapter Four
Off You Go

HyperDoc